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Reviewed December 12, 2022

This was our first time at Sunset Cork Room and we were so pleased with our decision to visit. Reservation system is easy to navigate and we were seated promptly upon arrival. The bartender was our server, so he was pulled in a couple different...directions, but he was attentive and accommodating. We started with the Calamari, which was delicious and ordered the 8oz Filet and Lamb Chop lollipops for entrees. Both were cooked perfectly. I'm not a wine expert, but there seemed to be a good variety of wines if that's your thing. All in all a fantastic meal. We'll visit again.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Nina M, Marketing at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded December 14, 2022

We are thrilled to know we made a wonderful first impression and we are glad to hear you enjoyed the calamari, filet, and lamb lollipops! We look forward to seeing you back soon! Thank you for your review!

Reviewed October 22, 2022

Had dinner here tonight and had never heard of this place. Looked on Tripadvisor and saw it was rated #2 and liked the menu so we decided to try it. What a lovely suprise. An actual nice restaurant with tablecloths, uniformed servers, lovely subdued live...music and nice atmosphere. Very different than most of the places around here. We had a lovely server and everything from filet to scallops to crabcakes were very good and reasonably priced. We had no idea anything like this was here. Most of the diners appeared to be well dressed locals. Will return for sure, maybe even next week.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Nina M, Marketing at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded October 23, 2022

We are delighted to hear you enjoyed everything from our service to live music to cuisine! It was a pleasure to serve you and we look forward to having you back soon! Thank you for your review!

Reviewed October 15, 2022 via mobile

Simply the best meal we had all week down to dessert. Had steak, crab cakes, chowder, pecan pie, and Oreo cake. Incredible.

Date of visit: October 2022
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Nina M, Marketing at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded October 18, 2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are thrilled to be the best meal you had all week! We look forward to seeing you back!

Reviewed September 26, 2022

Best Restaurant in Orange Beach area! We had the Lamb Chops, Filet and Grouper and everything was prepared to perfection! The wines were excellent and I am finicky! Do not miss this great place!

Date of visit: September 2022
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Nina M, Marketing at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded September 28, 2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are delighted to hear we are the best restaurant in the orange beach area! We hope to see you on your next visit!

Reviewed September 14, 2022

We looked for something a little more than Lulu's and the associated restaurants in Gulf Shores that focus on fried fish and oysters and such. The Sunset cork room was rated as the #2 restaurant in Gulf shores so our expectations were elevated. Ultimately it...was fine. No real issues. Not fine dining by any stretch, but decent pub food. The salads were serviceable nothing special, the main courses were decent. Steak I had was extraordinarily over salted--tasty, but after a few bites I had to stop because of the salt. You know, what should we expect ...?More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Nina M, Marketing at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded September 15, 2022

We are sorry to hear your experience with us did not meet expectations. We appreciate your feedback and will be sure to share it with our team. We would love another opportunity to wow you and provide the fine dining experience we know we can...More

Reviewed September 8, 2022 via mobile

We dine here every time we come to Gulf Shores and are never disappointed. This time we had three excellent entrées and three delicious appetizers. We started with the calamari (tender, lightly breaded and fried/seasoned perfectly), the grilled shrimp and the quiche (absolutely delicious with...extraordinary Mornay sauce!) and loved them all. Then we moved to the scallops (how do they brown them so perfectly? Why is the orange sauce so delicious?), the salmon (again cooked to perfection with a perfectly paired and executed sauce) and the lamb lollipops. All delicious but that lamb is just absolutely special. The perfect sear while still being exactly medium rare. Completely tender, juicy and flavorful. If you don’t think you like lamb - try these because I bet they will change your mind! Oh! I also highly recommend the beet and arugula salad - the sweet/salty/tangy flavors are so nicely balanced it is simply delicious!More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Nina M, Owner at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded September 12, 2022

Thank you so much for your feedback! We are thrilled to hear you always make time to dine with us on your trips! It is wonderful to know you enjoyed the calamari, grilled shrimp, scallops, and the lamb! Thank you so much for your review!...More

Reviewed July 24, 2022 via mobile

We just discovered this nice place. We were so excited to get a reservation ( call ahead a few weeks). It was a perfect evening. The food was prepared perfectly! My husband ordered the grouper and I had the filet. Both out of this world...delicious! And to top it off with a great bottle of wine and dessert. We got to meet Nina, one of the owners as well. Do yourself a favor, get a reservation and enjoy this nice place!More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Nina M, Marketing at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded July 27, 2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are delighted to hear you enjoyed our grouper and filet. It was a pleasure to serve you and we look forward to having you back soon!

Reviewed May 30, 2022

Our party of four adults and one child, ordered across the menu, chicken, lamb, pasta and fish, all were excellent, as well as the recommended desert bread pudding. Atmosphere, and services was great!

Date of visit: May 2022
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Nina M, Owner at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded June 3, 2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are thrilled to hear the entire family enjoyed our cuisine. Thank you for your feedback! We look forward to seeing you back!

Reviewed May 2, 2022

We were a party of 7 and this can sometimes be a burden on a server, the kitchen and the guest. Our service and meal was amazing. I am sorry I don't have our servers name but she was friendly, gave great suggestions and patient...as we asked questions and made our decisions. Extensive wine list and high quality wines. We had the Mahi, Shrimp Fra Diavalo, Steak, and an assortment of appetizers. Everything was cooked to perfection and came out at the same time! We actually got to meet the chef, Tina. Informative about our meal and the establishment. I'm sorry we do not live in the area as we won't get back as often as we would like to.More

Date of visit: April 2022
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Nina M, Owner at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded May 3, 2022

Thank you so much for your feedback! We are thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful dining experience. It was a pleasure to have you. We will be sure to share your compliments with the rest of our team. Thank you for your review,...More

Reviewed March 27, 2022 via mobile

When everything is done to a level of excellence, the review tends to be short. To receive fully professional treatment in a timely matter is one thing but the quality of the food and drinks were over the top. A perfect balance between service and...quality. What their chefs can do with a steak is amazing. Great job done by all.More

Date of visit: March 2022
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Nina M, Owner at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded March 27, 2022

Wow! Thank you so much for your feedback! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your dining experience from start to finish and we will be sure to share your compliments with our team! Thank you so much and we hope to see you again...More

Reviewed March 18, 2022

We have tried numerous spots on the beach for seafood. All are good. But this spot, a few blocks in town, was two tiers above the others. Lamb lollipops were done just right. The grouper was seasoned perfect. Risotto and chowder were excellent first courses....Staff was relaxed and very capable.More

Date of visit: March 2022
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Nina M, Owner at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded March 23, 2022

Wow! Thank you so much for your review! We are thrilled to hear we are two tiers above the other restaurants you visited! It's wonderful to know you enjoyed cuisine and ambiance! We will be sure to share your compliments with the rest of our...More

Reviewed February 4, 2022 via mobile

My husband and I ate here for his birthday and I was blown away. The service was perfect and friendly and kind. The tortellini was one of the best things I have ever eaten, and my husband loved his ribeye. The live music was also...really nice.More

Date of visit: February 2022
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Nina M, Owner at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded February 5, 2022

We are thrilled you chose to spend your special day with us! And we are happy to hear you enjoyed our tortellini and ribeye! We will be sure to pass your compliments on to our team. Thank you for your review! We look forward to...More

Reviewed December 30, 2021

My wife and I had dinner last night at Sunset Cork. The shrimp appetizer was amazing! My wife ordered the Ribeye and it was incredible. I had blackened redfish and asked that it be prepared “easy on the spices,” it came out perfect. All food...is prepared to order and quality is #1 focus. Service was spot on and we enjoyed the live music. 100% will return.More

Date of visit: December 2021
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Nina M, Owner at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded January 2, 2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed our Ribeye and the Redfish! We appreciate the feedback and we will be sure to pass your compliments on to our team!

Reviewed October 9, 2021 via mobile

Excellent Sherry Glazed Grouper with almonds and apricots. My wife and I had this with sautéed spinach, side salad and a tiramisu dessert. Two bottles of fine French wine served by excellent server Kylee. Highly recommend this place!

Date of visit: October 2021
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Nina M, Owner at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded October 13, 2021

Thank you so much for your review! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed our Grouper! The tiramisu is an excellent choice, as well. We will be sure to pass your compliments on to Kylee and the rest of our team!

Reviewed September 6, 2021

We had a family group of all ages and all enjoyed the selection of food choices. There was something for everyone's taste. Food was prepared as requested and the server took care of us well.

Date of visit: September 2021
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Nina M, Owner at Sunset Cork Room, responded to this reviewResponded September 7, 2021

We are thrilled to hear your entire family enjoyed their dining experience with us! Thank you for your review, and we hope to see you back!

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  • Food: 5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5